The importance of recording your IMEI number was highlighted recently when Gardaí in Galway recovered 15 mobile phones and were able to identify the owners.

A suspect has been arrested and charged in relation to the matter.

Recording IMEI number

The advice from gardaí is: 1. Simply dial *#06#2. A 15 digit number will appear on your screen 3. Take a screen shot of this number (this usually involves holding the power button and home button simultaneously, handsets may vary).4. Email this picture to yourself, giving you a permanent record of this number.Sergeant Courtney also provided personal safety advice for mobile phone owners.